measure

US /ˈmeʒ.ɚ/
UK /ˈmeʒ.ɚ/
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1.

ascertain the size, amount, or degree of (something) by using an instrument or by comparison with an estimated object

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The tailor will measure you for a new suit.
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We need to measure the distance accurately.
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gaugequantifyassessevaluatedetermine
2.

have a specified size, amount, or degree

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The room measures 10 by 12 feet.
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The rainfall measured 5 inches.
1.

a system or method of measuring

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The new measure of success is customer satisfaction.
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We need a more accurate measure for this experiment.
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criterionstandardyardstickbenchmarkindicator
2.

a plan or course of action taken to achieve a particular purpose

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The government is taking strong measures to combat inflation.
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Safety measures were put in place before the event.
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actionstepproceduretacticpolicy
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measurementtape measuremeasuring cupmeasure up